Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Competitive salary

CONTROLLER - PART TIME, HYBRID, CHRISTIAN NON-PROFIT

Job Title: Controller (Part‑Time, Hybrid) Organization: Child Evangelism Fellowship of Virginia (CEF of Virginia) Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid: 2–3 days onsite per week) Schedule: Part-Time, 25–30 hours/week Classification: Exempt Reports To: State Director

About Child Evangelism Fellowship of Virginia

Child Evangelism Fellowship of Virginia (CEF of VA) is a statewide Christian nonprofit ministry dedicated to reaching children with the Gospel and supporting local chapters across Virginia. We are seeking a mission‑aligned Controller to strengthen our financial operations, modernize systems, and support both state and chapter‑level financial stewardship.

Position Summary

The Controller is the organization’s primary financial leader, responsible for financial strategy, internal controls, accounting oversight, and process improvement. This role is ideal for a self‑starter who can build systems, document procedures, and support a multi‑entity nonprofit structure. The Controller will also play a key role in implementing a donor CRM and ensuring strong financial stewardship across the state and its local chapters.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Accounting

Establish and maintain financial policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures

Oversee revenue processing, donor receipting, deposits, and fund classification

Review disbursements, expense reports, and vendor setups

Ensure integrity of the general ledger and proper coding

Oversee transfers between state and local chapters

Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of deputized fundraiser balances in alignment with donor intent

Month-End Close & Reporting

Review bank reconciliations and monthly financial activity

Analyze financial statements and budget-to-actual variances

Review journal entries, accruals, and reclassifications

Prepare financial reports for the Treasurer, Finance Committee, and Board

Support consolidated reporting across state and chapter entities

Banking & Cash Management

Oversee banking relationships and online banking administration

Maintain internal controls for cash handling, transfers, and FDIC exposure

Establish credit card policies and controls

Advise leadership on investment activity and financial risk

Payroll & Benefits

Oversee payroll systems and ensure compliance

Review payroll reports and ensure proper accounting

Oversee retirement plan administration (GuideStone) and eligibility tracking

Budgeting & Financial Planning

Lead annual budgeting and financial planning

Support local chapters in budget development

Monitor budget performance and provide financial insights

Regulatory Compliance

Oversee Form 990 and Virginia state filings

Coordinate with external accountants and tax preparers

Oversee 1099 reporting and sales tax compliance

Ensure compliance with nonprofit financial regulations and CEF USA requirements

Board & Committee Support

Prepare financial reporting packages

Participate in Finance Committee meetings

Provide financial insights and document implications of Board decisions

Chapter Support

Monitor chapter financial performance

Provide training and guidance to chapter treasurers

Promote consistency in financial practices statewide

Support onboarding of new treasurers

Systems & Process Improvement

Develop and document financial procedures

Oversee QuickBooks architecture

Support implementation of a donor CRM and system integrations

Lead process improvements and ensure proper documentation and record retention

Qualifications

Required

Active involvement in a local church

Agreement with the CEF Statement of Faith and Ministry Compliance Agreement

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5+ years of nonprofit accounting experience

Strong knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting

Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel

Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls

Ability to work independently and build processes from the ground up

Preferred

Experience with donor CRM systems

Experience with multi‑entity or chapter‑based organizations

Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., ADP)

CPA or similar credential (preferred but not required)

Key Competencies

Initiative and ownership

Process development and continuous improvement

Strategic financial leadership

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Ability to communicate financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders

Work Environment & Schedule

Hybrid schedule with 2–3 days onsite in Richmond, VA

Flexible part‑time hours within standard business hours

Attendance at Board and Finance Committee meetings as needed

Occasional in‑state travel

Mission Alignment

This role requires full alignment with the mission, vision, and Statement of Faith of Child Evangelism Fellowship. The Controller must conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the organization’s Christian beliefs and values.

Legal & Compliance

Equal Employment Opportunity (with religious exemption as allowed by law)

At‑will employment

Background and child protection screening required

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Flexible work from home options available.